What is the state pension age? What amount are YOU entitled to?

NEW Government rules on State Pension ages will come into effect in 2018 leaving millions of Brits in doubt about the future. Find out what the retirement age is and whether or not it will change for you.

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For the full new State Pension you will need at least 35 years on your record.

If you reached State Pension age on or after April 6, 2016, you will receive the amount you would have got under the old system or the amount you would have got under the new system – whichever is higher.

You can find exactly how much you are entitle to with your pension by visiting GOV.UK.

How can I build up for my State Pension?

The simplest way is to keep working and paying regular NI contributions until you retire.

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To receive the full State Pension, you need 35 years on your working record

Once you hit retirement age you also have the option to defer payments in order to save up some extra money.

If you have any gaps in you NI record, because you were claiming benefits or were unemployed, you might be eligible for NI credits.

NI credits will help you fill out those gaps in your record to help you qualify for a State Pension.